Federal Employment Discrimination Laws

Federal employment discrimination laws are regulations that protect workers from unfair treatment based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, and genetic information. Key laws include the Civil Rights Act, the Age Discrimination in Employment Act, and the Americans with Disabilities Act. These laws make it illegal for employers to make hiring, firing, promotions, or pay decisions based on these protected characteristics. Employees who believe they have been discriminated against can file complaints with the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) or take legal action to seek justice and remedy.